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Munich (AP) - Robert Lewandowski's injury cost Bayern Munich the clear favorite role in the quarter-finals of the Champions League, according to ex-professional Bixente Lizarazu.

«I now see the chances at 50:50.

It would have been two close games anyway, but Bayern have a big problem now.

Lewandowski's injury is really bad news for them, ”said the Frenchman before the first leg on Wednesday (9 p.m. / Sky) the“ kicker ”(Tuesday).

There is no one in the defending champion's squad who is as dangerous in the penalty area as the world footballer from Poland.

"Bayern will now have to think differently offensively."

Lizarazu, who won the premier class with the German record champions in 2001, expects the midfield to be the decisive area in the new edition of the Champions League final last season.

"PSG have no problems with the ball, but many without the ball," said the 51-year-old.

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